Last week, MSU students had the opportunity to experience African culture without stepping foot on an airplane. Africa is a diverse continent. It includes 54 countries, more than 1.4 billion inhabitants, and four main language groups, with about 2,000 languages.  Read moreAfro-cultural night bridges gap between cultures

Punks, rebels and misfits may all rejoice as a possible new home base has opened up shop near #MontanaSkateUniversity.  Read moreLifetime punk and Bozemanite opens a new skate shop on College St.

With the recent opening of Whole Foods in Bozeman, there has been a lot of discourse around shopping locally and how expensive and/or sinister Whole Foods supposedly is. While it is a nice thought to only shop at stores that directly enrich the community, stock local products, and are operat… Read moreThe Exponent compares local grocers — so you don't have to

Few things are more self-indulgent or therapeutic than wasting away a Saturday going thrifting. Bozeman, while still considered by many a “small town,” has quite a wide array of thrift-style stores and vintage stores, all of which deserve exploration. The thing with thrift or vintage stores … Read moreWhere to thrift with a dollar, a dream and some time

Prior to this article, my only experience with chess was watching the ‘Queen's Gambit.’ If I am being honest, I only watched it because I am fascinated by the fact that Thomas Broadie Sangster never ages and, as a redhead, Anya Taylor-Joy is one of the few natural blonde actresses I will acc… Read moreChess tournament returns to Bozeman for the first time since COVID-19

Montana is packed full of highly talented people who all share an appreciation for the arts. But household names visiting the state to perform? That’s unheard of compared to some surrounding states.  Read moreGet your concert fix at local venues, Montana-style

The Duck Pond. What could possibly be more quintessentially MSU than that? Aside from maybe the infamous cow-in-the-bell-tower story, the MSU Duck Pond at The Grove is the most memorable part of any MSU Friday tour — and maybe even one of the most iconic parts of campus. Every morning when I… Read moreDuck Pond lore: A deep dive

As winter continues to linger with no end to the snow in sight, so does the stress of being a college student. The lack of sun and increased homework load only makes it worse, but students know these months are harder than others and remind each other to keep pushing forward, most prominentl… Read moreTips for beating seasonal depression, brought to you by Reid bathroom tiles

Superheroes – and a world-famous artist who brought them to life – are currently being featured at the Museum of the Rockies. Read moreThe age of “Marvelocity” visits the MOR

The Jake Jabs lawn will more closely resemble an X Games competition on Saturday, when student athletes will throw down their best tricks on a bite-sized slopestyle course in the annual campus Rail Jam. Read moreSlopestyle stoke arrives on campus this weekend

Although some are against the opening of Whole Foods, it felt like at least half of Bozeman attended the grand opening of the store last week. Those worried about the mom and pop grocery stores being at risk should not fret for long. Bozeman is too loyal to the Co-op to let this affect them. Read moreDon’t shop while you’re hungry at the new Whole Foods

Maria Torgerson, a sophomore in Civil Engineering at MSU, has sled dog racing in her blood. Read moreBy the Will of the Dog: How one student and eight dogs race across hundreds of frigid miles

Located on the 6th floor of the AC Hotel by Marriott lies Benchmark, a four season-rooftop restaurant and bar that is just under a year old. Not only does this restaurant offer handcrafted pizzas and cocktails, it also has a spectacular view of the breathtaking Gallatin Range. Read moreGet a ‘pizza’ this new restaurant

What could ham sandwiches and William Shakespeare possibly have to do with each other? Theatermaker Matt Foss is here to make the connection – and bring it to a venue near you. Read moreMontana Shakespeare in the Parks serves up a Hamlet Sandwich

Bozeman’s Main Street is now decked out with boughs of holly after Santa paid an early visit to downtown — along with thousands of people. Read more8,000 people attend annual Christmas Stroll

My favorite time of the year is Christmas: snow falling, bells ringing and carolers caroling. Not only does Christmas hold fond memories, but also deep rooted traditions and a rich history. So as we enter finals week and get ready to depart campus for a much-needed break to celebrate, here a… Read moreChristmas facts you didn't know you wanted to know

This year marks the 39th annual performance of the “Nutcracker” at the Montana Ballet Company (MBC). The performance will take place on Saturday, Dec. 3, and Sunday, Dec. 4, during the Christmas Stroll in downtown Bozeman, before touring to Butte for the first time.  Read moreThe “Nutcracker”: A Bozeman holiday tradition

As students wrapped up their Thanksgiving break and winter storms blitzed through the valley, Bozeman looks like a snow globe. A frenzy of fresh snowfall, pine, finals stress and a touch of Christmas spirit filled the air, leaving students with one question: Where is all of the Christmas spi… Read moreA holly, jolly, Montana-style Christmas

When it comes to the holidays, it's time to be jolly. What better way to do that than some fun, themed cocktails? Here are a few festive holiday drinks to get you in the holiday spirit. Read more'Tis the season to get tipsy

It’s finally time to get ready for the most unforgettable game day of the year: the Cat-Griz Brawl of the Wild. This is Montana's most monumental game of the season, bringing in fans from all over to watch their favorite feud at Bobcat Stadium. Read moreBobcat bar crawl: how gameday changes weekend spirit

“The words carry the weight necessary to mold us, to suppress all questioning”- Tender is the Flesh.  Read moreBook Review: “Tender is the Flesh"- Morality, indoctrination and cannibalism

“India is a garland, made of flowers of different colors and different qualities,” Sreekala Bajwa, Dean of the College of Agriculture said, smiling out into the crowd at India Night last weekend. “And as I look into MSU and the Bozeman community, that is the metaphor that comes to my mind. W… Read moreIndia Night Celebrates Togetherness in the MSU Community

More than 190 Montana artists and makers set up shop under the dome of the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse this weekend for the fall Bozeman MADE Fair. This year’s fair featured handmade work ranging from ceramics and jewelry to felt taxidermy sculptures. Read moreA space for makers: Bozeman MADE Fair shines a spotlight on local artists

The leaves are turning into an assortment of red, orange and yellow colors, Pillsbury Halloween cookies are available at almost every grocery store, Halloweentown and Hocus Pocus are on multiple streaming platforms — it's the best time of the year: fall. Read moreOrange you glad it’s fall?

MSU graduate student John Padilla has been skiing since he was four years old. In high school, he was passionate about both skiing and photography. At 16, Padilla saved up for a camera and a car by bussing dishes and stringing lacrosse sticks so he could go do what he loved in the mountains.… Read moreSki film premier moves mountains for mental health

If you are anything like me and are too young to get into the bars, or don't have an interest in drinking on a Friday night but still want something fun to do with your friends, you are in luck. Bozeman has plenty to offer in the way of under-21 nightlife, and I have some ideas for you! Read moreHow to have fun under 21

Fresh fruit and vegetables, locally cured meats and cheeses, handmade jewelry and art and vintage clothing. What's there not to love about farmer’s markets? Now, I know you may think that farmer’s market season is over, but fortunately, Bozeman isn’t leaving you hanging. The Winter Farmers’ … Read moreChilly weather can’t stop farmer’s markets from coming together

As students living in the ‘last best place,’ we all share a mutual love for the outdoors, whether that’s skiing, hiking, mountain biking, rafting or simply just enjoying the spectacular views.  Read moreHow to not get mauled by a bear

Montana is home to over 41,000 people of Hispanic descent and over 200 years of Hispanic history. Many people of Hispanic heritage initially migrated west to serve as furriers, railroad track workers or sugar beet workers, yet the stories of this community remain in the shadows.  Read moreHow a Peruvian business owner traveled hemispheres to set up shop in Bozeman

Bozeman experienced one of its very first tastes of what modern city life was like all the way back in 1957 — right across the street from campus. Read moreFuture revamp for Bozeman’s past